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Thu, 30 Apr 2015 21:27:59 +0000en-UShourly1http://wordpress.org/?v=3.6Los Angeles Tops US Cities with Worst Traffic Congestionhttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/InjuryInTheCity/~3/XU-9JL0TNGk/
http://www.injuryinthecity.com/uncategorized/los-angeles-tops-us-cities-with-worst-traffic-congestion/#commentsThu, 30 Apr 2015 21:27:59 +0000dyrah_seohttp://www.injuryinthecity.com/?p=2682Continue reading →]]>Most of us are motorists and daily commuters, and yes, we know how it feels to be stuck in traffic every day. With the jam-packed vehicles moving at a pace resembling that of a turtle, the annoying sound of blaring horns, and the sweltering heat, how could anyone on the road maintain their cool? It is these circumstances that some of us lose the will to be patient that we sometimes throw fits to the expense of other people and objects. Indeed, traffic jams are situations that leave us frustrated, not to mention give us the headaches.

If you live in Los Angeles, you know for a fact that it is commonplace. It is not anymore surprising; in fact, statistics have shown that the City of Angels is notorious when it comes to traffic congestions. Just recently, TomTom, a company responsible for making navigation systems, released its Annual Traffic Index for the year 2014. The report assesses the true impact of traffic congestion for an average commuter. This takes into account the comparison between the average delay times of drivers in certain cities deal with during peak hours of traffic congestion in the morning and evening commuting hours and the free flowing traffic at any time of the day.

In the newly released report, Los Angeles topped all other US cities for the distinction of having the worst traffic, with an overall congestion level of 39 percent. Said figure is a 3-percent increase from the 2013 report, which was at 36 percent. The study revealed that in a 30-minute average drive in Los Angeles, motorists tend to waste away 95 hours in traffic every year, or 25 minutes in traffic every day.

Also, the report also listed LA as no. 1 in terms of traffic congestions in the evening rush hours, with the average congestion levels rising to 80 percent. Also, evening traffic congestions in LA are the worst during Thursdays.

Meanwhile, here is the list of the other cities with the worst traffic overall and the worst evening rush hour traffic:

US Cities (in descending order)

Overall traffic rate (%)

US Cities (in descending order)

P.M. traffic rate (%)

Los Angeles, CA

39

Los Angeles, CA

80

San Francisco, CA

34

San Jose, CA

75

Honolulu, HI

32

Seattle, WA

74

New York, NY

31

Honolulu, HI

68

Seattle, WA

31

Houston, TX

68

San Jose, CA

30

San Francisco, CA

68

Chicago, IL

27

Portland, OR

61

Miami, FL

27

Austin, TX

61

Washington, DC

27

Atlanta, GA

59

Portland, OR

26

Chicago, IL

59

It is worth noting that in these two lists, three of the cities mentioned are from the State of California. Meanwhile, worldwide, Los Angeles ranked 10th in traffic congestion; Istanbul in Turkey ranks first, followed by Mexico City, Mexico; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; and Moscow, Russia. For the complete information, click here for TomTom’s Traffic Index. For the complete list and easy filter of results, click here.

The next time you head out to the city of Los Angeles by car or by commuting, be sure to be prepared. Traffic congestion, as it stands now, may become worse and worse if no action to at least reduce the bottlenecks on the roads is proposed and implemented. Still, patience is important for us motorists and commuters to prevent losing our cool and get involved in accidents.

]]>http://www.injuryinthecity.com/uncategorized/los-angeles-tops-us-cities-with-worst-traffic-congestion/feed/rss2/0http://www.injuryinthecity.com/uncategorized/los-angeles-tops-us-cities-with-worst-traffic-congestion/Report: California’s Driver’s License Suspensions for Unpaid Tickets Impacting People with Lower Incomehttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/InjuryInTheCity/~3/v8-tzleGbyo/
http://www.injuryinthecity.com/car-accident/report-californias-drivers-license-suspensions-for-unpaid-tickets-impacting-people-with-lower-income/#commentsTue, 28 Apr 2015 21:55:00 +0000dyrah_seohttp://www.injuryinthecity.com/?p=2677Continue reading →]]>Dangerous driving behaviors don’t just result in accidents. Getting caught red-handed by California traffic authorities usually result in the issuance of tickets and having to pay certain fines and penalties. Indeed, whenever a driver commits a violation, points are added to his or her driving record. For instance, a point is assigned to someone ticketed for making an unsafe lane change or got involved in an at-fault accident. Two points are assigned to someone ticketed for driving recklessly, leaving the scene of the accident without stopping (hit-and-run), driving under the influence, or driving while his or her driver’s license is either suspended or revoked.

Also, whenever a driver is ticketed for either an infraction or a misdemeanor offense, he or she has the option to pay the ticket (pay the corresponding fine) or contest it (appear in court). But then, not all drivers are able to pay the fine on time due to financial constraints. What happens is that more penalties and fines are imposed, including the potential of getting their driver’s licenses suspended. The ongoing policy of license suspensions for unpaid tickets, however, have been seen as disproportionately impacting people with lower income, as a recent report released last April 8, 2015 showed.

According to the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights (LCCR) of the San Francisco Bay Area, which is responsible for the said report, an estimated 4.2 million drivers in California—accounting to 1 in 6 drivers—“do not have valid driver’s license because they cannot afford to pay traffic fines and fees.” Titled “Not Just a Ferguson Problem: How Traffic Courts Drive Inequality in California,” this report comes right after the Department of Justice Civil Rights Division released its own findings regarding Ferguson, Missouri courts and law enforcement agencies and how their similar practice of suspending driver’s licenses for unpaid tickets disparately affects not just low-income individuals, but also people of color.

The situation in California goes like this: whenever an individual fails to appear in court (when fighting the ticket) or pay the fine (when paying the ticket), his or her driver’s license is suspended. Not only that, but an additional $300 civil assessment is added to the total amount of the fine. Thus the impact of court-ordered debt and license suspensions; since driver’s licenses are become a requirement in low- and middle-income jobs, drivers with suspended licenses cannot possibly do work, let alone pay whatever’s needed to be paid in fines and penalties.

Even if they do pay on a monthly basis, they stop paying, knowing that they cannot claim back their license. As a result, the State of California has an uncollected court-ordered debt of over $10 billion, according to the recently released figures from the Legislative Analyst’s Office.

Meanwhile, the report also proposed certain solutions, primarily the call to end the practice of suspending driver’s licenses “as a collection tool for citation-related debt.” In addition, the report also suggested that the fines being enforced be lowered by half, as well as the court base the assessment of the fines based on the violators’ ability to pay.

]]>http://www.injuryinthecity.com/car-accident/report-californias-drivers-license-suspensions-for-unpaid-tickets-impacting-people-with-lower-income/feed/rss2/0http://www.injuryinthecity.com/car-accident/report-californias-drivers-license-suspensions-for-unpaid-tickets-impacting-people-with-lower-income/Recommendable Types of Windshield Wiper for Safe Drivinghttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/InjuryInTheCity/~3/LBMMa8ag8hM/
http://www.injuryinthecity.com/product-liability/recommendable-types-of-windshield-wiper-for-safe-driving/#commentsThu, 16 Apr 2015 21:00:57 +0000dyrah_seohttp://www.injuryinthecity.com/?p=2671Continue reading →]]>Each part of a vehicle is vital to one another. However, while tires, wheels and engines are highly prioritized, what most of the owners overlooked is the great importance of paying attention with their car’s windshield wipers. This particular component of a vehicle has been probably one of those things that receive least of your concern which is tremendously wrong. As a matter of fact, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA), majority of car collisions in 2012 are results of driver error which is found prompted whenever the presence of vehicle equipment or parts malfunction is there. Thus, choosing the best type of windshield wiper is evidently necessary.

Accordingly, serious health threats including amputation, back injuries, bone fractures, spinal cord injuries and even paralysis are just some of the dangers that an individual may suffer from if he or she is unluckily enough to encounter a car accident because of a poor condition of windshield wipers. As a responsible car owner, these are three leading types of windshield wipers to contemplate for purchase:

Frame-style windshield wipers. Characterized by including a metal framework which acts as a mount for the actual wiper blades, frame-style windshield wipers are also known as a traditional one. Also, this type has been proven as the top preference of the majority of car owners because it doesn’t cost much and due to its well-established reputation among the vehicle owners.

Beam or hybrid-style wipers. Unlike the traditional windshield wipers, hybrid-style wipers are classified with the absence of the usual framework seen in the aforesaid type. Basically, the beam-style wipers are featuring some minimal parts in one. Although a prospective buyer needs to pay an expensive amount, greater benefits such as its long-term usage can be expected.

Anti-frost windshield wipers. Specially developed for the winter season, the anti-frost windshield wipers are renowned for offering broad functionality among its users when travelling in places with snow. The combined features comprising of a protective rubber shield framework and traditional blades are the assets of the anti-frost windshield wipers against such weather condition.

The abovementioned examples are the available options of windshield wipers which can keep one from suffering the extended consequences of a car accident event such as the related medical bills, required surgeries, mental anguish, emotional trauma and other damages. Straightforwardly, defective parts of a vehicle can highly cause accidents. In California, regardless if the car you used during the mishap encounter are owned or leased, rights for federal and state laws are what you can secure as a victim. Apart from choosing the most suitable type, windshield wipers should also be replaced each year.

On the other hand, if an installed windshield wiper system failed to operate correctly which later triggered a mishap, then the car accident victim has a defective product liability claim. In such situation, after the said individual attended the appropriate medication for the entire injuries that he or she incurred, it’s necessary to secure a legal assistance from a Los Angeles product liability case attorney as soon as possible. This is to gain a lawful compensation consisting of a victim’s economic and non-economic damages apart from the chance of granting some punitive damages.

Evidently, regardless of the weather condition, the car driver’s visibility is always an important aspect to consider along with a frequent and proper maintenance of the vehicle as a whole. According to studies, the rubber compounds placed on the windshield wipers is the reason why a replacement should be done from time to time. Brittleness, screeching, smearing, screeching and streaking are signs that you must replace your car’s windshield wiper already. Lastly, while you can install the said vehicle part by yourself, there are experts who can help you out.

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http://www.injuryinthecity.com/personal-injury/serious-health-threats-to-avoid-during-the-california-drought/#commentsWed, 15 Apr 2015 17:33:58 +0000dyrah_seohttp://www.injuryinthecity.com/?p=2664Continue reading →]]>
It has already been four years of drought in California. Plenty of solutions are proposed by various concerned entities and, most of all, the government. However, while different suggestions are being addressed constantly to aid the issue, majority of individuals remain oblivious or unaware of the associated problems that such phenomenon or the deficiency of rainfall can eventually prompt. Apart from economic-related drawbacks and negative effects towards the environment, the occurrence of El Niño that has been distressing the state also has a huge impact on one’s health.

Subsequently, several studies were conducted by the most respectable agencies regarding the matter wherein results are found harmonizing with each other declaring that the state is currently exposed to serious public health threats because of drought. So, if you are residing in California, the most common diseases which you may acquire during El Niño, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), are the following:

Valley fever. With symptoms such as chest pain, coughing and of course fever, an individual might already been suffering from valley fever. This is possible by simply inhaling airborne fungal spores called coccidioidomycosis. Valley fever occurs during dry weather season.

E. coli and Salmonella. These two types of bacteria cause infectious diseases by means of food contamination. Basically, both the E. coli and Salmonella propagates during drought. Abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea, fever and vomiting are symptoms worth observing.

Acute respiratory illnesses. An individual suffering from an acute respiratory disease experiences problem with oxygen supply which may lead to one’s death. According to CDC, since hand sanitation is compromised during such time, the risk of infection transmission is present.

Gastrointestinal infections. Same with the preceding example, gastrointestinal infections or diseases disturbing one’s stomach are prone during drought. The gastrointestinal infections’ common symptoms are dehydration, fever, loss of appetite, dizziness, and vomiting and weight loss.

Mosquito-borne ailments. Diseases transmitted by insects are connected to drought mainly because the bodies of waters can shrink resulting for it to become stagnant which is also creates great breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Examples are dengue, malaria and chikungunya virus.

Meanwhile, the presence of El Niño also has effects towards individuals who are venturing on agricultural businesses and other water-dependent industries as confirmed by the CDC. These comprise of anxiety as well as behavioral and mental health. Apart from that, the agency also states that recreational injuries increases as the deficiency of rainfall evidently lowers the water levels of lakes. These are possible during some leisure activities such as boating and diving, to be specific. Obviously, these additional health threats triggered by drought occurrence are enough reasons for every individual to imply precautionary measures and value their health.

On the other hand, whenever an individual experiences one of these drought-related diseases or if some symptoms are manifesting, then it’s important to consult a physician right away taking note that self-medication may cause further troubles. While some conditions necessitate medicine intakes alone, others are calling for medical procedures to effectively cure. However, if the physician failed to diagnose or otherwise committed a misdiagnosis, conducted a surgical error, allowed a premature discharge or gave an improper medication or dosage, the subjected patient has a medical malpractice claim.

Furthermore, misreading of laboratory results, poor aftercare and even a failure to recognize symptoms are some additional practices which declare a medical practitioner’s liability towards any hazardous effects that it may cause against an individual. In such situation, it’s advantageous to hire a Los Angeles personal injury attorney and demand the right compensations for the entire losses of a medical malpractice victim. Still, prevention is better than cure. Proper hygiene, healthy eating habits and a regular exercise will do.

]]>http://www.injuryinthecity.com/personal-injury/serious-health-threats-to-avoid-during-the-california-drought/feed/rss2/0http://www.injuryinthecity.com/personal-injury/serious-health-threats-to-avoid-during-the-california-drought/Fixing Relationship Problems: One of the Many Specialties of Life Coacheshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/InjuryInTheCity/~3/AwhlinK7DB0/
http://www.injuryinthecity.com/uncategorized/fixing-relationship-problems-one-of-the-many-specialties-of-life-coaches/#commentsThu, 19 Mar 2015 18:45:33 +0000dyrah_seohttp://www.injuryinthecity.com/?p=2660Continue reading →]]>There are many reasons why people rely on life coaches. Some simply don’t know what to do in life. Some want to change careers, but aren’t sure if they are making the right choice or not. Some want to rediscover themselves after suffering from past experiences, such as traumatic events. Some have difficulty getting to that next level in life. Some have issues with their self-confidence or self-esteem. Some have lost touch with their spirituality. Some even want to overcome certain fears and anxieties, yet they can’t do so because of fear.

Whatever the reason is, life coaches are there to help people recognize that they can use their strengths to achieve certain goals. In other words, life coaching involves unleashing their hidden potentials, empowering them to take the necessary steps, and motivating them to follow through with their actions now that they have discovered their strengths. Their body of work does not involve mentoring or counseling; life coaches are there to facilitate positive changes that people need in order to overcome certain problems or inconveniences.

Another reason why people seek life coaching that has not been mentioned above is because people want to fix or improve their relationships with other people. Basically, this specialty of life coaching called relationship coach focuses on issues that affect individuals and their connections with a family member, a friend, a significant other, colleague, or spouse.

Indeed, people deal with specific problems with regards their relationships with other people. Some are simply in need of dating tips or advice, especially if they lack the self-confidence to ask a woman out or deal with one. Some lack the communication skills to express what they really feel towards a partner, friend, or family member. Some people want to rekindle friendships with others after burning bridges. Some are contemplating going through divorce or separation, especially in the case of married couples. Some want to improve their partnership with a significant other, family member, friend, or colleague.

For every struggle within a certain partnership or relationship, there are life coaches who offer the best motivational techniques and skills to help individuals perform at the level they want so as to have a sense of fulfillment or closure to any problems bugging them. Relationship coaching helps individuals focus in setting goals and follow through with actions. Through their coaching tools and resources, life coaches are able to improve the quality of the individuals’ relationships with their loved ones.

]]>http://www.injuryinthecity.com/uncategorized/fixing-relationship-problems-one-of-the-many-specialties-of-life-coaches/feed/rss2/0http://www.injuryinthecity.com/uncategorized/fixing-relationship-problems-one-of-the-many-specialties-of-life-coaches/Tips on how to avoid Car Accident when you’re in Los Angeleshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/InjuryInTheCity/~3/SRpEE_Ba6qU/
http://www.injuryinthecity.com/car-accident/tips-on-how-to-avoid-car-accident-when-youre-in-los-angeles/#commentsWed, 18 Mar 2015 19:08:44 +0000dyrah_seohttp://www.injuryinthecity.com/?p=2656Continue reading →]]>There are a great number of vehicles, motorists, and pedestrians in Los Angeles. The long queue of vehicles along traffic jams is just one clear indicator of the traffic situation in the area. Now contrary to what most people think, a lot of traffic accidents also happen in areas where vehicles are travelling at a slow speed. While most of these accidents aren’t that bad, fender benders, for one is a common occurrence in Los Angeles. However there are times when traffic accidents end up ugly, causing death or injury to the victim. As a Los Angeles car accident case attorney says, as a motorist, you have a role in keeping our roads safe and in preventing mishaps from happening. How can you do just that and what can you do to prevent being involved in a car crash? Here are some very simple, but useful tips to keep you safe on the road.

Adapt your driving style to the right road conditions. Given that Los Angeles has diverse climate conditions, one has to adapt his or her driving style depending on the season. During winter and the rainy season, roads can get a little too slippery making driving a bit more difficult than usual. And so, one should drive slower and a lot more careful. This would prevent huge auto crashes that could cause damage to property, injuries, and even fatalities. By adapting your driving style to the road conditions, you will have better control of your vehicle and be able to stay away from hazards that could cause accidents.

Keep your vehicles in top shape. A poorly-maintained vehicle will perform just as poorly on the road. More than being less efficient, poorly-maintained vehicles have this great chance of failing while in use. These things can put your life in great danger. And so, you should do everything you can to keep your vehicles in tip-top condition to have a fun and safe road trips.

Follow traffic rules. From buckling up before you set off to making the right signals when changing directions, traffic laws can do a lot in helping you keep yourself and others safe while travelling. By religiously following these laws, you can better avoid accidents helping keep you and other safe while travelling.

Stay away from hazards on the road. From animals on the road side, to reckless drivers in cars, or big rigs on the road, it would be better to stay away from these hazards to save yourself from being entangled in an accident because of their antics. By being a defensive driver, you keep yourself from being involved in accidents that may get you and others injured or dead.

Driving is such a great responsibility as your life and the lives of others lie in your very hands. So make sure that you do everything that you can to ensure yours and others’ safety while on the road. By following these tips, you will be able to stay away from accidents, letting you have an enjoyable and safe trip.

However, there would still be times that you may end up getting involved in an accident because of somebody else’s fault. Should that ever happen to you, remember that you can go and file car accident claims to run after these negligent and reckless drivers. All that you need to do is gather pieces of evidence, and prepare and file a car accident claim for you to be able to hold those responsible for the accident liable for their actions. Moreover, you can get compensation from these people, letting you recover from the damages caused by the accident and pay for the treatment, medication, and therapy that you need. You will even be able to recover lost wages and future earnings after winning a claim. Just ask for the assistance of lawyers for car accident in Los Angeles and let them help you in your quest for justice and avenge what has happened to you or your loved one.

]]>http://www.injuryinthecity.com/car-accident/tips-on-how-to-avoid-car-accident-when-youre-in-los-angeles/feed/rss2/0http://www.injuryinthecity.com/car-accident/tips-on-how-to-avoid-car-accident-when-youre-in-los-angeles/Caught In or Between Accidents: One of the Deadliest “Fatal Four” Construction Accidentshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/InjuryInTheCity/~3/wQEHFvq8dSA/
http://www.injuryinthecity.com/construction-accident/caught-in-or-between-accidents-one-of-the-deadliest-fatal-four-construction-accidents/#commentsFri, 13 Mar 2015 23:47:25 +0000dyrah_seohttp://www.injuryinthecity.com/?p=2653Continue reading →]]>Accidents commonly occur in the construction industry because of the apparent inherent hazards workers are exposed to. Of the 4,175 deaths that occurred in the private industry all over the U.S., 19.3 percent of them, or 806 fatalities, happened at construction sites in 2012. More than half of them, or 54 percent of them, were due to the so-called “fatal four” construction accidents. These are falls, accidents caused by flying or falling objects, accidents involving use of electrical equipment, and getting caught in or between mishaps.

The last one doesn’t always result in death; only 13 deaths involving getting caught in or between happened in 2012. Even though it is the lesser known of the other three accidents within the “fatal four,” it is equally dangerous as they kill or seriously injured workers in a lot of ways. As it is, hazards that could cause caught in or between mishaps include known construction efforts such as excavation and trenching, as well as other gruesome incidents wherein workers are pulled into machinery or are caught between equipment and fixed objects.

Basically, excavations and trenches often present a lot of hazards that could potentially injure or even kill construction workers. The soil where they are working, in fact, is naturally unstable, which could result in cave-ins. Cave-ins may also occur due constant vibrations from moving trains, trucks, or machinery occur, or if there is a vast pool of water within the excavations that could likewise result in workers getting drowned. The conditions within the excavation site could likewise spell disaster to those doing work, especially if there are prevalent flammable or toxic gases or vapors or lack of oxygen.

According to a Los Angeles construction accident lawyer, accidents such as these can be prevented by pointing out the hazards that put workers in danger when they work in excavations, trenches, or near large machineries. As it is, employers must be responsible enough when it comes to training their workers on how they should work properly in such conditions and make the necessary action in case an existing hazard could result in an accident at any time.

What is important is that workers are trained on how deal with any existing hazards. Also, employers must adhere with safety procedures in excavation or trenching efforts, implementing protective systems that workers can take advantage of in case of a forthcoming accident. Moreover, employers must ensure that the machineries being used in the construction site are well-guarded so that workers can’t get injured when they repair them.

]]>http://www.injuryinthecity.com/construction-accident/caught-in-or-between-accidents-one-of-the-deadliest-fatal-four-construction-accidents/feed/rss2/0http://www.injuryinthecity.com/construction-accident/caught-in-or-between-accidents-one-of-the-deadliest-fatal-four-construction-accidents/Animals that Attack: A List of Animals That Can Be Quite Dangeroushttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/InjuryInTheCity/~3/TZMIPHYRKOs/
http://www.injuryinthecity.com/doganimal-attacks/animals-that-attack-a-list-of-animals-that-can-be-quite-dangerous/#commentsThu, 12 Mar 2015 17:09:18 +0000dyrah_seohttp://www.injuryinthecity.com/?p=2648Continue reading →]]>Animals can be a good source of joy that some people even end up getting domesticated ones as pets. However, it is really difficult to completely understand the behavior of animals. This makes it even more difficult to predict what they will be doing. In fact, even the most domesticated animals become culprits in cases of animal attacks recorded in the country. Dogs, whom people call as “man’s best friend” remains as the one of the top reasons for these attacks and injuries to humans.

Is there a way for you to avoid getting hurt and injured because of an animal gone wild? “Knowing your enemy” is one great help in trying to avoid getting hurt by these creatures. But what animals should you avoid? Here is a list of the top 25 animals that have been the cause of death of humans. Simply put, these are the animals that you should avoid or be very careful in dealing with.

Bulls. These animals are naturally harmless, however there have been recorded incidents of farming and riding accidents involving bulls. So be cautious when you are with one to avoid injuries.

Black Widow and Brown Recluse Spiders. Hey may be small and look harmless. All it takes though is one sting and you can end up writhing in pain or worse, dead. In fact, around three people die every year because of spider bites. Common victims are very young children that fail to get medical attention after being bitten.

Bears. These animals may have always been portrayed as a cuddly creature. However, bears can be quite dangerous as around 10 people die yearly because of attacks to humans.

Sharks. Think Jaws. These huge fishes are responsible for around 75 attacks and 10 deaths annually. They are known to attack humans so make sure that you avoid one to avoid being a part of the statistics.

Horses. While they are not really dangerous and they don’t really mean harm, thousands of accidents brought about by horses misbehaving has left people either injured or dead.

Cows. They may not seem aggressive or harmful but all it takes it provocation to make this docile creature into someone who’d maul you to death.

Ants. These little creatures may be fun to look at but they can be deadly. Believe it or not, ants were said to be responsible for the death of around 30 people every year.

Bees. Bites by bees can cause an allergic reaction enough to induce death to a person especially those who fail to get immediate medical attention.

Lions. Just watch National Geographic and Animal Planet and you will know why they are called the king of the jungle. These animals have been known to attack, kill, and eat humans.

Jellyfish. According to reports, jellyfish stings can cause death to humans. Provoked or unprovoked, jellyfish stings and these are actually deadlier than sharks.

Tigers. These are the deadliest of all the big cats. To prove that, tens to hundreds of people are killed by wild tiger attacks. Even domesticated tigers can still attack humans if provoked.

Deers. Deers may attacks and kill humans using its anthers. However, these can also cause death to people as it is one of the leading causes of car accidents annually.

Dogs. They may be man’s best friends but all it takes is provocation and they can really attack and kill people. Every year, hundreds of dog attacks and fatalities are recorded, proof that our canine friends can be really quite dangerous.

Crocodiles. In captivity or in the wild, crocodiles are just plain dangerous period. So do everything that you can to avoid them.

Scorpions. The sting of these dangerous animals have poison enough to kill humans. In fact, thousands are killed every year because of their stings.

Snakes. There’s no such thing as domesticated snakes. Whether they are venomous or not, an attack can definitely hurt, injure, and even kill people

These animals can really be dangerous that is why you should exercise the necessary precaution to avoid getting hurt or killed by these animals. However, if these are ever in captivity and its owners or keepers fail to take good care of them and contain them, you can sue the latter and file an animal attack claim. To do so, you will need to hire a personal injury lawyer in California that knows the laws in the state and have the experience in handling such claims. They will help you prepare a claim and boost your chances of winning by representing you well in court. This way, you will be able to receive compensation for the injuries or losses you may incur because of these animal attacks.

]]>http://www.injuryinthecity.com/doganimal-attacks/animals-that-attack-a-list-of-animals-that-can-be-quite-dangerous/feed/rss2/0http://www.injuryinthecity.com/doganimal-attacks/animals-that-attack-a-list-of-animals-that-can-be-quite-dangerous/The Best (and Safest) Seats in the Car for Your Kidshttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/InjuryInTheCity/~3/OE9WqFGUyAo/
http://www.injuryinthecity.com/motorcycle-accident-2/the-best-and-safest-seats-in-the-car-for-your-kids/#commentsWed, 25 Feb 2015 18:56:27 +0000dyrah_seohttp://www.injuryinthecity.com/?p=2644Continue reading →]]>Travelling your kids is inevitable, there would be times when you need to go and do some groceries, take them to the part, or anywhere that you can think of. However, there are challenges in taking your kids out and in your car. Keeping your kids still in the car is a greater challenge. More than putting them into danger, they could also be a cause of distraction that could lead to motor vehicle accidents. That is why you need to purchase and use a child seat to keep your kids safe and in place. Purchasing a child seat can also be a great challenge as there are many of those available in the market. Sadly, there are too many child booster seats to choose from and even the informed people like you may have problems in shopping for that perfect child seat.

Safe Child Booster Seats in the Market

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is not just responsible for testing various cars’ crash protection and prevention systems. As the lead agency in the research for safer vehicles, the IIHS also conducts testing of child booster seats. These safety seats don’t just keep your kids still while you’re on the move, it also offers protection from injuries that a motor vehicle crash may bring. That is why you need to shop only for the best and safest car seats available in the market today.

To help make your search for the perfect child booster seats easier, here is a list of the new products made available in 2013 and their safety ratings.

“Check Fit” Seats

Booster seats that got this rating are the ones that provide good belt fit for some children in some vehicles. Such helps ensure that a child is properly and securely held in place in their seats. Here is a list of products that got the IIHS’ “Check Fit” rating.

Britax Frontier 90 (highback)

Britax Parkway SG (backless mode)

Britax Parkway SGL (backless mode)

Britax Pinnacle 90 (highback)

Britax Pioneer 70 (highback)

Cosco Stack-It (backless)

Evenflo Big Kid LX (highback mode)

Graco Argos 70 Elite (backless mode)

Graco Nautilus Elite (backless mode)

Graco Nautilus Plus (backless mode)

Graco Nautilus with Safety Surround (backless mode)

“Good Bet” Seats

These seats ensure that there is an acceptable belt fit for most vehicles. With these seats, the lap belt lies completely flat across your children’s upper thighs, while the shoulder belt snugly crosses over the middle of the kid’s shoulder. Here is a list of seats that got the IIHS’ “Good Bet” rating.

Ferrari Beline SP (highback mode)

“Best Bet” Seats

Seats who have this rating are considered the safest in the market today. Such seats positions belts correctly on typical 4-8-year-old children in almost any vehicle. This ensures the best possible belt fit of which the lap belt lies perfectly flat across the child’s upper thighs. On the other hand, the shoulder belt snugly crosses over the middle of the kid’s shoulders. Here is a list of the seats that got the “Best Bet” rating.

Britax Parkway SG (highback mode)

Britax Parkway SGL (highback mode)

Evenflo Amp (backless)

Evenflo Big Kid LX (backless mode)

Evenflo Chase (highback)

Evenflo Right Fit (highback and backless modes)

Ferrari Beline SP (backless mode)

Graco Affix (highback and backless modes)

Graco Argos 70 Elite (highback mode)

Graco Connext (backless)

Graco Nautilus Elite (highback mode)

Graco Nautilus Plus (highback mode)

Graco Nautilus with Safety Surround (highback mode)

Harmony Transit Deluxe (backless)

Recaro Performance SPORT (highback)

Recaro ProSPORT II (highback)

Safety 1st BoostAPak (backless)

While accidents cannot be avoided, the fatalities and injuries that these mishaps cause could definitely be minimized, at best, stopped. And so, make sure to be smart enough to invest time in finding the best and safest child booster seats that you can find. After all, your kids deserve nothing but the best right?

]]>http://www.injuryinthecity.com/motorcycle-accident-2/the-best-and-safest-seats-in-the-car-for-your-kids/feed/rss2/0http://www.injuryinthecity.com/motorcycle-accident-2/the-best-and-safest-seats-in-the-car-for-your-kids/Three Feet for Safety Act: To Target Safer Roads for Bicyclist in Californiahttp://feedproxy.google.com/~r/InjuryInTheCity/~3/LmAEBjl6lo4/
http://www.injuryinthecity.com/bike-accident/three-feet-for-safety-act-to-target-safer-roads-for-bicyclist-in-california/#commentsMon, 23 Feb 2015 22:41:35 +0000dyrah_seohttp://www.injuryinthecity.com/?p=2638Continue reading →]]>With the distressing increase of fatalities concerning bicyclists, the state of California had introduced and take in effect last September 16, 2014, the “Three Feet for Safety Act (California Vehicle Code Section 21760)” which graces all of the bicyclists with a safer cycling experience while claiming ample space on the road.

The law enforces a no less than 3 feet safe distance allowance for all bicyclists to be complied by the motorists, having due regard for the size and speed of both parties’ transit units/vehicles, traffic conditions, weather, visibility, and the surface and width of the road, when passing and overtaking. In cases of unexpected circumstances caused by the above factors, a motorist must acknowledge a reasonable slow driving at an apt safe speed and passing over a bicycle rider only if such action will not initiate and contribute to any harm.

Therefore, if a motorist had proven to commit any related violation/s, he or she will automatically be obliged by the law, to provide a fine of $35. However, if the violation had provoked an occurrence of a collision which resulted to any level of injury towards a bicyclist, an increase of fine amounting to $220 [in total] will be lawfully reprimanded against the concerned motorist.

On the other hand, motorists must also be aware of the bicyclists’ rights protected by the California Vehicle Code (CVC) which states that, with few exceptions, bicycle riders being also considered as drivers of vehicles are bestowed with same, equal rights and responsibilities like the motorists under the CVC. And also, bicycle riders are eligible to consuming the entire traffic lane in circumstances wherein the lane is too narrow to be shared by both the motorists and bicyclist.

With the simplicity and clarity of the contents enclosed in CV CS 21760, motorists are expected to diligently and consistently follow the above rules and regulations. And so, by following the Three Feet for Safety Act, several common factors such as taking left turns, neglectful and sudden opening of a vehicle’s door, irresponsible crossing at intersections, and unwarned reversing, which root collisions between the motorists and bicyclists may be escaped.

In addition, several laws also protect the welfare of bicycle riders in the state. These include the CVC 21200 (a), CVC 21202 (a), CVC 21650, CVC 21650.1, CVC 21202 (a) (3), and CVC 21656. In addition, bicyclist must also conform with all the rules that the state of California enforces to them. In that way, both motorists and bicycle riders will be able to claim a fair roadway justice.